The Untold Truth Behind Linda Blair's Exorcist: Director Reveals Stunning Insights on Believer Involvement

Summary

Blair's involvement in the upcoming sequel is subtly referenced in various ways, thus suggesting a potential appearance.

Green's deliberate ambiguity allows for the potential inclusion of Blair's character, Regan, in The Exorcist: Believer, which could create a deep emotional connection to the original film.

Director David Gordon Green has clarified the involvement of franchise star Linda Blair in the upcoming sequel, The Exorcist: Believer. Set to release in October 2023, this new installment serves as a legacy sequel, building upon the events of the original 1973 film, and is the first in a planned trilogy. While there is no official confirmation of Blair reprising her role as Regan MacNeil in the new movie, Ellen Burstyn will be returning to portray her on-screen mother, Chris MacNeil.

In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, Green hinted at the presence of Blair's character in his upcoming film, without outright confirming it. Additionally, Green shared that Blair visited the set to serve as a technical advisor, providing guidance to the film's young stars, Olivia Marcum and Lidya Jewett. Green expressed his gratitude for Blair's involvement and the effect it had on the performances of the actresses.

Should Linda Blair’s Return Wait For A Future Exorcist Sequel?

The 1973 original and its 1977 sequel Exorcist II: The Heretic featured Blair's possessed Regan MacNeil, solidifying her as the iconic face of the franchise. Although the 1977 sequel was disappointing, Blair's portrayal in the original film remains one of the most memorable and iconic horror performances of all time.

Considering Blair's significant impact as the original possessed girl, it is understandable that viewers would be eager to see her return in The Exorcist: Believer. However, since Green intends to use this new movie as a launchpad for two more sequels, it might be wiser for him to save Regan's return for a future film. The new movie already establishes connections to the original through Burstyn's comeback, and bringing Blair on board may potentially overshadow the nostalgic connection it already provides.

One alternative could be for Chris MacNeil, played by Burstyn, to meet her demise during the events of the upcoming film, potentially paving the way for Regan, portrayed by Blair, to take her position in the next two movies. The Exorcist: Believer's recent trailer focuses on Burstyn's role as a mother, and if her character were to perish without the opportunity to bid farewell to her daughter, it would undoubtedly strike a powerful emotional chord with audiences. Despite Green's ambiguous response, there remains the possibility that Blair's character, Regan, may still make an appearance in The Exorcist: Believer.